Weekend Sport with Jason Pine

Anna Grimaldi's swiftly put long jump disappointment and her opponents behind her to win gold in the T47 200-metre final at the Paris Paralympics. The Kiwi finished fourth in the defence of her long jump crown, before blitzing the field for a surprise 200 metre triumph a day later. She joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss her victory. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

Missed opportunities will be replaying through the All Blacks' heads as they leave South Africa. New Zealand's 18-12 loss to the Springboks in Cape Town is their fourth straight defeat against the Springboks. All Blacks assistant coach Tamati Ellison joined D'Arcy to discuss the loss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Magpies have held tight to the Ranfurly Shield this season, but they now face a stiff challenge from the undefeated Tasman Mako.   The Tasman’s will be aiming to make history, claiming the Shield for the first time, while Hawke’s Bay will be fighting to keep their title.   Coach Brock James joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to discuss how the team plans to keep the Shield for another week.   “Whatever...

Tonight could be one for the history books for one rugby club.   The Tasman Mako have never won the Ranfurly Shield, but tonight could see them taking home the trophy.   Their head coach, Gray Cornelius, joined D’Arcy Waldegrave as the team looks to make history for the top of the South Island.   “It’s a unique opportunity for, for a lot of fellas, so you can’t shy away from it.”   LISTEN ABOVE   ...

Rugby tours may soon be back on the table for the All Blacks and South Africa.   While it hasn't yet been officially announced, an eight-match away tour has been all but confirmed for 2026.   NZ Rugby CEO Mark Robinson joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to dig into a few of the murky details surrounding the potential tour.   “It feels like it’s definitely the right thing for the fans, and I know that the pl...

The Wallabies have been nothing short of poor for the past couple of years, however the public heat hasn't gone on them.   Our Australian Correspondent Dan Lonergan joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to discuss the apathy that’s set in for the 15-man code.   “Italy have gone ahead of us, Argentina have gone ahead of us, Ireland are one of the best in the world, and Australia used to be better than them, bet...

The Springboks have been buoyed by the arrival of Kiwi coach Tony Brown and are aiming to carry their momentum from Johannesburg through to Cape Town.   Former Springbok Werner Swanepoel joins D'Arcy Waldegrave to discuss Brown’s influence on the team, and where the second test will be won and lost.   “Suddenly, you know, we bring some more New Zealand flair to a South African backline, and I thin...

David Nyika has returned to New Zealand after a minor disruption.   His initial opponent was disqualified in his previous fight, but now he’s back for his first fight since his pro debut, fighting against American Tommy Karpency.   He joined D’Arcy Waldegrave to discuss his upcoming bout.   “It’s been a long time coming, and I’m really excited to fight in front of my home crowd again.”   LISTEN AB...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 7 th  September 2024, D'Arcy Waldegrave’s filling in for Jason Pine, and he catches up with NZR CEO Mark Robinson to discuss the potential future South African tours.   Former Springboks halfback Werner Swanepoel stops by to discuss the upcoming All Blacks test against South Africa in Cape Town.   And rising Kiwi Boxer David Nyika joins th...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joins Piney to discuss the All Blacks losing to the Springboks and Lydia Ko's successful golf run. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand's own Futsal Ferns are set to compete in their first-ever international fixture. Ahead of the upcoming FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup, captain Hannah Kraakman joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 1st September 2024, the All Blacks have fallen short against the Springboks at Ellis Park. Assistant coach Jason Holland joins the show to discuss where the team fell short. South African rugby journalist Mark Keohane offers his perspective on the test match. And Adam Blair stops by to reflect on Shaun Johnson's final game heroics . Get th...

At least three former All Whites have joined the ownership group of Auckland FC ahead of the upcoming A-League season. Noah Hickey is among those who've committed to investing in the new team - he joined Piney to discuss. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fairytale finish to the NRL career of Warriors star Shaun Johnson. The retiring halfback's laid on the pass for Dallin Watene-Zelezniak's match-winning try - as the visitors erased an 18-point halftime deficit for a 30-28 victory over the Sharks in Cronulla. Former Warrior Adam Blair joined Piney to discuss Johnson's NRL farewell. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Triumph for the Springboks, as the Rugby Championship match hosts beat out the All Blacks. South Africa won the Ellis Park clash 31-27, despite the All Blacks holding a 10-point lead at the start of the match. Journalist Mark Keohane joined Piney to unpack his personal highlight of the match. LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discipline is high on the All Blacks work-ons list as they prepare for the rematch against the Springboks in Cape Town. New Zealand conceded 14 penalties to five in the 31-27 Johannesburg defeat - as well as throwing away a late 10-point lead. Prop Ofa Tu'ungafasi was also shown a yellow card late in the match. Assistant coach Jason Holland says they also failed to put further points on the board...

It’s a whole new world for New Zealand’s futsal scene. For the first time ever, a New Zealand team has qualified for the Men’s Futsal World Cup in Uzbekistan. Futsal Whites coach Marvin Eakins joins Piney to discuss their journey to the World Cup. “It's been a heck of a ride... with lots of heartbreak and lots of stories along the way.”   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

It's not often the All Blacks go into a test match as underdogs, but they will when the face the Springboks at Ellis Park. The two teams are facing off for the first time since the 2023 Rugby World Cup Final, in which the Boks came out on top. Newstalk ZBs voice of rugby Elliott Smith joins Piney to preview the match.   “There’s a steely determination for this All Blacks team, that they believe th...

Waves were made when Leon MacDonald left the All Blacks coaching group, the move coming as a surprise to most.   Piney caught up with coaching guru Wayne Goldsmith to get his thoughts on the situation, and the importance of a unified front among coaching staff.   He told him that as a general rule, you can fight it out behind closed doors, but as soon as the door opens again there needs to be a un...

The Aussies have come out firing at Flushing Meadows, with 4 men through to the third round. Dan Lonergan joins as our Australian Correspondent to discuss the Aussie success at the US Open, along with all the other big stories from across the ditch.   LISTEN ABOVE   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Springbok legend Breyton Paulse is no stranger to success against the All Blacks at Ellis Park. 20 years ago he scored a try in a 40-26 win over the All Blacks in the 2004 Tri Nations.   He joined Piney to discuss the upcoming test between the All Blacks and Springboks at Ellis Park.   “I know New Zealand is going through a bit of a rough patch and, and we as Springbok players and ex-Springbok pla...

The All Blacks are preparing for a fierce match at Ellis Park.   They’re facing South Africa in their next Rugby Championship game, playing in one of the most intimidating stadiums in the game.   Sean Fitzpatrick was the captain of the first ever All Blacks side to win a test series in South Africa.   He joins Piney ahead of the test to discuss the chances of Scott Roberston's team, and dig into h...

On the Weekend Sport with Jason Pine Full Show Podcast for 31st August 2024, the All Blacks are preparing for their biggest test of the year. They’ll be facing the Springboks at Ellis Park, and former All Blacks captain Sean Fitzpatrick joins Piney to discuss their chances against their old rival.   Springboks legend Breyton Paulse stops by to discuss the rivalry between to two great rugby nations...

James McOnie from The Crowd Goes Wild joined Piney to discuss Leon MacDonald's departure from the All Blacks staff, Shaun Johnson saying goodbye to Mt Smart and the Warriors - and the start to the America's Cup. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over in Europe, Kiwi golfer Lydia Ko is in a tie for 4th heading into the final round of the Women's Open at St Andrews. Ko's just finished a one-under round to be four under for the tournament, just three shots behind the leader. Former pro golfer Phil Tataurangi joins Piney to discuss Lydia Ko's performance. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.